Dankeskirche, Neogothic church in Holtenau, Germany.
The Dankeskirche is a neogothic church in Kiel-Holtenau featuring a cross-shaped floor plan and a western tower. The building sits near the Nord-Ostsee Canal and functions as a place of worship.
Kaiser Wilhelm II financed the construction between 1896 and 1897 with 63,000 Marks from his personal funds. The building was completed during a period of rapid industrial growth in the port city.
The tower was shortened in 1935 from its original height to make room for flight operations expanding nearby.
The church is part of the Altholstein district and has limited wheelchair accessibility for visitors with mobility needs. Allow time to look closely at the interior furnishings and decorative details.
Inside are bells including one from 1518, and several chandeliers crafted from repurposed ship wheels. These unusual fixtures reflect the port city's maritime heritage in everyday worship spaces.
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